It was a great place to stay! So many activities for the kids. Off the beaten path, we had a blast!read more

We stayed a cottage first and came back for another week at the campground. Very clean. My kids…read moreloved the shallow lake. The owners have bikes for the kids, basketball hoop and balls, jump ropes, lots of water toys and life jackets.

This place, though of the beaten path, is a little slice of heaven. Even my teenagers put their…read morephones down for hours of paddle boat fun. Lots of fun had by us all and many memories made. The scenery is beautiful and the owners are very nice people. We will definitely be returning.

First things first…read more.. Stacy and the rest of staff were amazing ! Ate at The Grille, staff there were amazing too! Desiree was our server and did a great job. Golf course is in very good condition. Played the short course, enjoyed it thoroughly, but if I'm being honest I can't say it's worth $49 for a 9 hole par 3 course. First morning my wife had no hot water at 9:30 a.m. No king size beds...

We stayed here for two nights, and had a fantastic time!…read more We arrived on Friday for our 11am tee time on The Retreat, and it was downpouring. We were concerned our golf weekend was going to be ruined, but we were informed that the course staff was working on cleaning up the course, and we should be able to tee off at 12:30! Perfect! We were hoping to be able to check-in to our room ahead of time, but the resort was full the night prior, so instead, we had lunch and a drink at the Grille. I ordered the BBQ Brisket Tacos, which were delicious! It came with three tacos and a side of chips. My boyfriend ordered the Whitefish Quesadillas, which don't sound very appetizing, but he likes quesadillas. We would not recommend them. They were so bland. We felt like we were eating Cream of Mushroom soup quesadillas. When we got to the tee box at 12:30pm, we were told that the other 18-hole course, The Revenge, was closed due to the heavy rain, so anyone golfing that course is now going to be fit onto The Retreat, which meant we would be paired with another twosome. I wasn't thrilled because it was supposed to be a couples getaway for us, and I also get very nervous playing with people I don't know. However, we got very lucky and were paired with a really fun couple! So, this ended up being a great experience, but be aware that if you are a twosome, you may get paired with another twosome. We finished our round only a few balls shorter than when we started (haha), and had dinner at the Grille. We both ordered burgers with fries (not pictured), and they were delicious! We sat outside on the back deck, which was nice, and our waitress, Gayle, was very friendly and attentive. We walked back to the resort, and had big plans to enjoy the pool or firepit, but instead crashed early from a long day on the course. Saturday morning we were looking for the "hot breakfast". I DO NOT RECOMMEND this breakfast. It's located at the Grille, and is $15/person for ham, sausage links, potatoes, and eggs - all of which were cold. It was gross. It was included in our package, but otherwise is $15/person, which is absurd. The hotel has an included breakfast with bagels, cereal, oats, and yogurt, which will suffice. Otherwise, there's Cafe 106 right downtown Manistee that has DELICIOUS BREAKFAST at reasonable prices. Since it poured again Friday night, we were worried we wouldn't be able to play The Revenge at 11am due it being under water. However, we were told we could play, but that it would be wet. Not a big deal. This course, like The Retreat, is absolutely beautiful! We warmed up at the driving range (right near The Revenge course) where I seemingly used all of my decent shots (haha!). We ended up venturing downtown Manistee for dinner and drinks to wrap up our stay here. The room is nothing fancy, but is nice, and I like that the resort has a fitness facility. Overall, our stay here was really great, and we would definitely visit again!

If you are looking for a relaxing and quite location, this is the place! We had a wonderful stay!…read moreIt has great access to both Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan as well as some wonderful hiking trails. The rooms were comfortable and the well-equipt kitchenette made it very convenient to have alternatives to eating out. We were allowed to pick blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries to include with our meals or just as a snack. The hostess was accessible, helpful, and extremely responsive to our questions and needs. We will stay here again.

Had a wonderful stay at Snug Harbor Resort!…read more We were looking for a place to stay that was close to a variety of different thing to do and that it was. There is hiking trails, fishing, swimming, boat launch and much more to do close to the Motel. Downtown isn't far from the motel along with good restaurants. The owners were easy to locate and were very knowledgeable of the various sites around the area and seemed to know all the activities that were going in town at the time. The rooms were in the process of being updated but were clean, comfortable and rather homey feeling.

Absolutely amazing staff! When there was a mixup with our room, the two women behind the desk went…read moreover and above in their attempt to help resolve in a way to keep these two old and fussy people happy. And they did it with a smile. Better yet, when my husband mentioned the snowy path between our room and the hot tub, they immediately had someone out there and shove it for us. I can't believe that we found such wonderful service. Kudos to the staff at this place.

Very overpriced for what it is and overall a let down, based on all the great reviews. This whole…read moreplace is really about the location. Perfectly situated on a gorgeous white sand beach on Lake Michigan. Being steps away from the sand was fantastic, but that was kind of it. Staff was not very friendly, property seemed a bit run down, and we had a view of a parking lot.

Our family went for third time this year. The welcoming owners are gracious and the property gets…read morebetter every yr. Pickleball court was a hit! I fully recommend this designation from family reunions and or even weddings. Thank you Christy and Randy Murphy Clan

We've rented 5 cabins the same week each summer since its restoration and couldn't be happier! In…read morefact Hamlin Lake is one of our family's traditions, and long been enjoyed by my wife & me, our 5 children, as well as their 5 spouses and now our 12 grandchildren! We've been going to Hamlin Lake for nearly 50 years and tried various accommodations (e.g., friend's home, other cottages, Airbnb, et al.) and none provide so much (e.g., firepits, beaches, hammock, paddle ball, pontoons, etc. and soon a restaurant!), in one, clean, picturesque setting, with the kindest of hosts in Christy & Randy, Brooke, et al.!

This place is pure magic…read more We came for a family vacation and it managed to be exactly what everyone needed. What struck me most was watching the kids. Instead of being glued to screens, they spent their days building in the sand, exploring, playing volleyball, running between cabins, and making memories together. The property feels safe and welcoming, which gave them a sense of independence while giving the adults a chance to truly relax. And for the adults? It was everything we hoped for and more. Morning coffee with breathtaking water views. Walks on the beach. Meaningful conversations. Reading by the lake. The kind of moments that are increasingly rare in our busy lives. What makes this place so special is that there truly is something for everyone. Whether you want activity and adventure or peace and relaxation, you can find it here. It has all the comforts of home while offering the beauty and connection that most hotels simply can't provide. If you're considering a family reunion, gathering, retreat, or simply a getaway with people you love, I can't recommend this place enough. It creates the kind of environment where people naturally slow down, connect, and enjoy being together. We arrived hoping for a great vacation and left with memories we'll be talking about for years. We'll absolutely be back!

I just came here for a retreat and it was so restorative!! I stayed in lodge (specifically The…read moreFrida room), which was awesome. It was so charming, clean and comfortable. Every aspect of our stay was thoughfully curated, from the meals to the yoga, to the extra activities! I was able to spend quite a bit of time doing some deep thinking in a number of different serene and comfy spaces that gave me great inspiration. For fun, we went kayaking and boating on the beautiful lake, soaked in the hot tub and had amazing conversations in the cozy lodge. Unfortunately I didn't get to the barrel sauna or the fire pit - I'll make sure to get those next time! I was having too much fun to bother with my phone and take any pics, but South Shore Resorts epitomizes the Pure Michigan vibe!! I'm already planning to come back for another retreat, a summer stay with my family, and a family reunion (which I think the place will be perfect for!!). Thanks South Shore!!!

Come and stay in our warm and family cabin environment. Enjoy the lake, campfire and have a great…read moretime! Happy Spring and Summer!